An old amber glass pharmaceutical bottle, complete with its original cork stopper and a handwritten label on bright orange paper, typical of substances classified as dangerous at the turn of the 20th century. The pen inscription "Three centigram opium extract pills – TOXIC" designates a medicinal preparation formerly used for its powerful analgesic and sedative effects.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: 7×3cm ✦ Material: Amber glass, cork, handwritten paper label ✦ Condition: Very good condition, label with complete and legible ink stain, cork slightly worn but original
A rare piece illustrating the regulated pharmacopoeia of the Belle Époque, when opium-based preparations were common in pharmacies before their gradual prohibition. Its handwritten appearance, the "TOXIQUE" typography, and the characteristic red color make it a prized collector's item for enthusiasts of pharmaceutical curiosities and early medicine .
